1996 Proton Tiara vs. 2012 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2012 Lancia Voyager is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Tiara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Tiara would be higher. At 3,604 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Voyager (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1996 Proton Tiara. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Tiara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1330 kg more than 1996 Proton Tiara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lancia Voyager (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Tiara. (90 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Tiara. 2012 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 1996 Proton Tiara has manual transmission. 1996 Proton Tiara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Proton Tiara | 2012 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Proton | Lancia |
| Model | Tiara | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3078 mm |
